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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
“Just be you,” they say. But for many high-achievers, “just being you” hasn’t always felt safe or practical—whether it’s at work, school, church, or even in leadership circles. For purpose-driven leaders, holding back can limit your impact and undermine your authenticity.
Even in workplaces that claim to value individuality, leading with confidence and conviction still takes courage. To lead with steadiness and clarity, you must first understand your values, embrace your individuality, and recognize that the solutions you need are as unique as you are.
Stand Tall & Own It is for modern leaders who want to lead with purpose, integrity, and courage—without sacrificing who they are. Each episode explores how to navigate challenges, make values-anchored decisions, and cultivate the discernment to think critically in a noisy world.
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Stand Tall & Own It - Equipping Purpose-Driven Leaders to Show Up with Authenticity and Courage
Episode 40. Own Your Calling with Sophia Noreen Syed
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Sophia Noreen Syed wears many hats, from being a mom, working as a clinic manager to the owner of a product-based business that landed in Walmart. She loves to share all her knowledge, including now to “manage-it-all” in her podcast “The Boss It Podcast.” Her mission is to help break down barriers for all, and empower women, especially those in the BIPOC communities, to go for their goals. Feel free to chat with Sophia Noreen on Instagram @bossitclub or check out her product-based business @also_sophia on Instagram.
TOPICS discussed:
- Being a natural leader - What is that?
- Believing in your own voice
- Teaching / Motivating / Helping Others
- Leadership Principle
- Own It - take responsibility
- Key Habit
- Thoughtful to do list - identify, take stock and then assign it
- Give yourself time
NEXT Steps:
- Look for the needs in the market - it’s good to be unique
- Don’t shy away from competition or collaboration - you need a community
- Make a plan
- Take action
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Boss It Club Website: Boss It Club with Sophia Noreen
Podcast: Welcome To the Boss It Podcast (buzzsprout.com)
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